“Selective Framing”: Analysts Say Pritzker Misrepresented Chicago Murder Numbers

In a recent Fox News discussion, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker defended Chicago's crime rate, asserting that it is “not in the top 30” of major cities with high murder rates. However, according to FBI statistics, Chicago ranked 15th among U.S. cities with populations exceeding 250,000 in 2024, and its position rises when focusing on larger urban centers.Pritzker, who may contend for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, made these remarks during an interview with Bret Baier. The topic shifted from immigration enforcement to Chicago's murder statistics amid heightened scrutiny fueled by former President Donald Trump's comments labeling it the "murder capital."While Pritzker emphasized reductions in the murder rate over recent years, with a notable drop since 2021, his assertion lacks substantiation. Independent reports indicate a 45% decrease in homicide rates during the first half of 2025, though some figures contradict his claims regarding annual reductions.